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Sweet cream butter

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Common questions

Is Sweet cream butter healthy?

Sweet cream butter scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This sweet cream butter is a simple product with minimal processing, consisting of just cream and salt.

How processed is Sweet cream butter?

Sweet cream butter is NOVA Group 2: Processed Culinary Ingredients.

Which ingredients drive Sweet cream butter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cream counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sweet cream butter

H-E-B
80 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by H-E-B
Category Butter
Summary

This sweet cream butter is a simple product with minimal processing, consisting of just cream and salt. It is a high-quality source of fats without any harmful additives or seed oils, making it a healthier choice compared to more processed alternatives. The processing level is low, which contributes to its high score, although it is slightly less optimal than raw, unsalted versions.

Key ingredients 2

Cream
Good

Traditional whole-fat dairy ingredient.

Risks

High in saturated fats, which may contribute to heart disease if consumed in excess.

Benefits

Provides a source of fat-soluble vitamins such as vitamin A and D, and contributes to the creamy texture and flavor of butter.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used to enhance flavor and preserve the butter. It is a common culinary ingredient with no significant processing involved. While essential for bodily functions, excessive intake can lead to health issues.

Risks

Excessive consumption of salt can lead to high blood pressure and other cardiovascular issues.

Benefits

Essential for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function in the body.

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Processing

Group 2 · Culinary ingredients

Processed Culinary Ingredients

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